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need advice badly
bought a new corsa 3 and a half years ago, had problems with the fan heater in the car since i bought it been in five or more times getting repaired, first time was within a couple of months, replaced it 18 months ago under warrenty. Has gone again dealer says £290 to replace doesnt matter that it was an ongoing/ prior…
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kia carens problems
I've just had 2 problems develop within a couple of days with my kia carens. Firstly the electric windows have stopped working on the drivers side (and intermittently the passenger side) and secondly the rear outside door handle wont' open the door. I've checked the fuses in the drivers foot-well, but they're ok. Firstly,…
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The AA
Found an offer today in the Metro which is for new membership only. Join and quote the ref. 1005 and its £35 with a £20 Boots token. Bargain a year with the AA for £15. Its auto renew so you have to remember to cancel it next year if you dont want to carry on or find a similar deal with other recovery companies. Annie.
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Key for Locking Wheel Nuts
How many of these are normally supplied with a new car, 1 or 2 ?
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buying a cat d car is it worth it?
ive been car shopping and come a cross a 8 month on renault megane coupe and i completed a hpi check and its VRM recorded by an insurance company as a total loss. the car is practically brand new and it doesnt seem to have any damage. the seller made me aware it had been stolen previously and the insurance payed out and…
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DVLA lost passport / Royal Mail lost passport
Hi folks, I apologise in advance if this is a bit long winded, but I wanted to be as detailed as possible. I'm wondering if I can get some advice as to where my girlfriend stands with an issue that is causing her a lot of worry at the minute and I obviously want to offer as much help as possible. She is a Swiss national…
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Scrap Car
Hi, My 9 year old Fiat Punto was involved in an accident and as the repairs would cost as much as the car I am looking at selling it as scrap/for repairs. A company found on the internet have offered me £150, how do I go about notifying the DVLA, do I just fill in the V5 registration document, if so which section? Thanks.
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Cycle to work scheme disposal costs changed by HMRC
Hi all I decided to get a bike through the cycle to work scheme which gave me £800 and I bought a £700 bike and £100 worth of safety equipment. The Hire Agreement is for 18 months. I pay £49.54 per month before tax. I am in the lower tax bracket. My contract terms and conditions say "The selection will be disposed of at…
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Help!!
Hi just looking for some advice. I was driving my Toyota Avensis 2.0CDX (1999) yesterday when I heard a bang and then loud rattling from the engine. I pulled over and when I got out I saw lots of oil under the car dripping onto the floor. I called my breakdown rescue firm who said that a rod had gone down through something…
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Damage to car on car park bump
Hello all, Given responses to a previous similar post I'm not optimistic but here goes. I entered a Netto car park today and on crossing the boundary there was a severe grating noise as I clearly scraped the exhaust on the bump in the entrance. Now, the car is lowered but it has been for 6+ years and I've never previously…
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Lidl Cycle Gear
Hi, I noticed Lidl are advertising cycling clothes and equipment. Before i drive down there is it any good? I am really after a waterproof jacket - was goiing to order one online from one of the cycling supermarket types (evans, chain reaction, wiggle) until i noticed em on lidl website. They have a track pump too and i…
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Radio Code
can anyone help with code for Ford Ka 600 RDH serial no: M039822 this would be a life saver:)
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car finance check?
does anyone know a trustworthy site, preferably free, where I can check if a car I am thinking of buying still has any finance on it or not! i have googled and found a few sites, all at £19.99 to do a finance check! i remember seeing an advert on tv showing that service for £3 but i just can't find it! i would prefer to…
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Intented prosecution - Exceed 50mph Motorway temp restriction (Roadworks) -ACD
Hi Caution: Long post. Sorting out my mail from the last 2 weeks, just noticed that among lots of letters and cards, I've received: A Notice of Intented prosecution - Exceed 50mph Motorway temporary restriction (Roadworks) - ACD at 3:57 am on 05/08/2010. Recorded speed is 61mph on the M1 between junctions 11 and 10 (south)…
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How to pay for used car?
I'm looking to buy a used car from a dealer. Does paying by credit card offer any protection? Is it worth it considering they will probably charge a credit card fee? What about debit card? Would it get declined for such a big transaction (we're talking about £8k, so not massive but obviously much bigger than a usual…
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any young person railcard codes?
I can only find a 10% code which is next to nothing. Can anyone else find any codes?
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Snow Chains - Audi A3 Sportback (Sport)
All, I have googled till I'm blue in the face but have just confused myself even more! Implan to drive my 2009 Audi A3 Sportback on a ski holiday in January. I really need to hire/buy some snow chains as I don't fancy those snow covered hairpins without them. I have always flown and hired a car. Although never needed…
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Cheapest way to get to Plymouth within 4 days.
Need to get to Plymouth within the next 4 days and wondered if anyone knew the cheapest option. For arguments sake, Glasgow or Edinburgh to Plymouth Railway Station, one way only. The obvious choice (train from Glasgow to Plymouth) is £155. Off to look myself, but i'm sure theres some helpful folks on here will be used to…
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Petrol price rise fears prove false
Following an MSE news item two weeks ago, where it was reported that petrol prices were predicted to rise by 3% by this August bank holiday weekend, the press association are now reporting that the prediction was inaccurate. Read the full article here.…
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Bus fine
Hi Looking for help please. Going back to July 08, I was given a ticket for not having validated my oyster on a bendy bus in London. In my defence, I had got on bus, tried to swipe Oyster, found I had no money on it and decided to get off next stop. Before I could get off, I got a ticket from inspector. Wife was 2 weeks…
